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How do we balance a merciful and just God? Part 1

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Did you know that the most common prayer in the Bible is a prayer asking God for mercy? So how do we balance a God who has a reputation for being merciful, who also is a God who loves justice? Today on "Discover the Word," we welcome our special guest, pastor and author Robert Gelinas to the table to begin a two-week study called, “Mercy Prayer.” Join the group today on "Discover the Word"!

Exploring a well-known psalm Part 5

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Today, we'll pose the question, “How could David go from praising His Creator to asking God to kill those who hated Him?” What tripped David’s switch? Was this a sentiment that God shared or was there another reason why it might be included in Psalm 139? Explore a confusing shift in a part of this well-known psalm we often ignore.

God has planned our days Part 4

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Does God make mistakes? In times of crisis and confusion it’s easy to doubt, because it’s hard for us to see the big picture. Today on "Discover the Word," we discuss how God has planned our days in a way that goes beyond time and space, so that even our mistakes can be turned around for His redemptive purposes. Join the discussion today on "Discover the Word"!

“Fearfully and wonderfully made”

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Psalm 139 isn’t just an account of how David’s heart had been searched by God, it also invites God to continue searching. And the deeper God searched, the more David developed a sense of awe and wonder that he was “fearfully and wonderfully made.” And so are we. Don’t miss this important conversation today on "Discover the Word"!

Search me and know me Part 1

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King David messed up royally, yet he was not afraid to have his heart searched by God. Today on "Discover the Word," we begin the discussion called “Search Me.” For some, the words, “You have searched me and known me” in Psalm 139 produce fear and foreboding, making them want to hide. For others it brings comfort. But why the disparity?

How do we best pray for others Part 5

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Today, we'll pose the question, “How do we pray for others when we don’t know what’s best for them?” In his letter to the Philippians, the apostle Paul gives us a model on how to do that, so we can pray, even when we don’t know what to pray for. That’s today on "Discover the Word."

Praying for others is risky business Part 4

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The apostle Paul wrote to the Philippians, “I have you in my heart.” As a model for how we are to pray for others, those words may be the most powerful ever spoken. Today on "Discover the Word," we'll talk about how just as faith takes risk so does love. Find out why loving others and praying for them is risky business on "Discover the Word"!

True confidence comes in Christ alone Part 3

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In the film, "The Sound of Music," Maria von Trapp sings, “I have confidence in sunshine, I have confidence in rain.” But nature can’t help you when you need answers to prayer. The apostle Paul modeled true confidence. His trust was in Christ alone and the power of prayer to transform people into His image. Don’t miss this important conversation today on "Discover the Word"!

Praying with joy Part 2

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In today’s busy world, does the thought of having to pray consistently for someone seem burdensome? Today on "Discover the Word," we'll discuss how Paul is our example when it comes to praying with joy. It’s all about relationship. Don’t miss the discussion, today on "Discover the Word"!

Bearing each other's burdens Part 1

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One sign of a healthy church is bearing each other’s burdens in prayer. Today on "Discover the Word," we will discuss what it means to be "Praying for Others" with the apostle Paul’s words to the Philippians, “I thank God every time I remember you.” Paul had forged a strong bond with the people there. But since Paul was only in Philippi for a few weeks, how was that possible? Join the group today on "Discover the Word"!

Praying when crushed by sorrow Part 5

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Long ago one believer wrote about God, saying, "He has broken my teeth with gravel." These are stark words! Today on "Discover the Word," our hosts and our special guest, Jean Syswerda, provide a frank and striking discussion about suffering and praying the psalms in sorrow.

Strength and comfort in times of great sorrow Part 4

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What is the psalm most frequently heard at funerals? You guessed it: Psalm 23. Today on "Discover the Word," our special guest Jean Syswerda discusses how praying the psalms in our darkest hour can make a difference.

Finding our bearings when we feel forsaken by God Part 3

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As strange as it seems, feeling forsaken by God is common to believers, but always painful. Join us today as we talk about finding our bearings by focusing on God's faithful deliverance in the past. What can we learn by looking back?

Trusting God when life turns upside down and sideways Part 2

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Join us today as we talk about getting through grief and how the Bible gives hope when we find ourselves in the valley of the shadow of death. Don't miss this important conversation!

How do we survive heart-rending grief? Part 1

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When we go through a dark night of the soul, it can feel like God has abandoned us, like He's hiding from our troubles. Join us today with our special guest, Jean Syswerda, as we learn how to pray the psalms during times of pain.

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